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Review: Lenmar Meridian iPhone Power Case

Wed, 16th Jul 2014
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Lenmar's Meridian iPhone case impresses, doubling battery life and offering robust protection, despite its added bulk and need for an adaptor.
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'Creative' Kiwi students set to present to Google executives

Fri, 11th Jul 2014
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Kiwi teenagers impress judges in NetSafe and Google Web Rangers competition, showcasing creative campaigns on online safety.
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Vodafone HQ leads the way as Christchurch CBD gaps fill up fast

Wed, 9th Jul 2014
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The notion of a donut effect in the Christchurch CBD, with new developments on the fringes but few buildings in the centre, is being rapidly dispelled.
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Telecom ramps up UFB NZ push...

Wed, 25th Jun 2014
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Telecom becomes NZ's largest residential fibre provider, expanding UFB access countrywide and planning launches in remaining areas by August.
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More on me: Simon Smith, APC by Schneider Electric

Mon, 16th Jun 2014
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Simon Smith, Regional Manager, NZ and South Pacific at APC by Schneider Electric, reflects on his journey in the IT industry and the future of technology.
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State-funded Chorus fibre plans nothing more than a PR stunt?

Sat, 14th Jun 2014
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Chorus urged to extend #Gigatown prize as UltraFast Fibre offers its own gigabit service. Plans branded as a publicity stunt.
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Govt: New Vodafone HQ to anchor Christchurch Innovation Precinct

Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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Vodafone's new HQ will be the keystone of Christchurch's Innovation Precinct, set to transform the city into a hub for technology and growth.
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Vodafone NZ commits to $50m Christchurch HQ revamp

Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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Vodafone to establish $50m South Island HQ in Christchurch to bring together staff and support recovery and growth of the city.
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More on me: Steve Victor, OneNet

Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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From fascination to career, Steve Victor's journey in tech leads him to OneNet as National Sales Manager, where service trumps product.
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Google's Suan Yeo and the future of learning

Tue, 27th May 2014
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Open minds, thinking big and challenging the status quo are the messages Google's Suan Yeo has for New Zealand's educators.
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More on me: Chris Westall, Eaton

Thu, 22nd May 2014
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Being in the business of keeping the electricity flowing is a good one, says Chris Westall, because everyone needs power for everything.
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Kiwi investment on the rise as business confidence hits 20-year high

Fri, 11th Apr 2014
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Business confidence across New Zealand hit a 20-year high this month, as Kiwis latch onto the strengthening economic activity...
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Govt embarks on $2.48m Chatham Islands broadband plan...

Thu, 10th Apr 2014
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Government signs $2.48m contract with TeamTalk to improve broadband services on Chatham Islands, NZ. Schools will be first to benefit.
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Kiwi firm Cogent wins big at Alcatel-Lucent Partner conference

Tue, 1st Apr 2014
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At the Alcatel-Lucent Partner conference, NZ's Cogent secured 'Best UC Cloud Partner of the Year' and 'APAC New Business Model Partner of the Year'.
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Strong Kiwi economic outlook fails to increase company head counts

Thu, 27th Mar 2014
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Hiring expectations dip for second consecutive quarter, down 3.5 percentage points, according to the latest Hudson Report.
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Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Is A Gorgeous Gem

Tue, 25th Mar 2014
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There have been a lot of games getting the HD treatment recently. None of them however has been as gorgeous as Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster.
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IBM supports NZ firms with $10m cloud investment

Tue, 25th Mar 2014
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IBM invests over $10m in New Zealand's cloud capability to meet the evolving needs of public sector agencies and private organisations.
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How tech can combat the incoming storm...

Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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NIWA leverages cutting-edge tech to revolutionise collaboration, drastically enhancing New Zealand's environmental research capabilities.
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Ingram Micro's Cisco resellers enjoy Taste of Waiheke

Thu, 6th Mar 2014
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Ingram Micro treats top Cisco resellers to a vibrant Taste of Waiheke, showcasing island's finest vineyards. Top performers indulged in exquisite local produce.
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Road trip delivers tech to rural schools

Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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Rural schools in the North Island are being given a helping hand to keep up with technology and match the education standards of their city-bred counterparts.